SPAR
List one thing that makes SPAR unique from other debates.
Answers will vary.
What is the time limit for an Impromptu speech?
7 min.
What is the debate term for an argument?
What is Halloween also known as?
All Hallow's Eve
Who is the principal?
Mrs. Christy Straatman
What is the questioning period during SPAR called?
Clash
What is a thesis statement?
A debate topic is called a _________
Resolution
What is the most popular Halloween candy?
Reese's Cups
Who does the football team play tomorrow?
Richfield
How many speeches are given TOTAL (both sides) in a SPAR debate?
4
What 3 criteria are you judged on in a competition Impromptu round?
Analysis
Organization
Delivery
What is the abbreviation for Policy debate?
CX
What are the names of the 3 witches in Hocus Pocus?
Winifred
Sarah
Mary
Which current staff member has been at NS the longest?
Cheryl Hadley
If you win the coin toss, what can you pick?
Side or speaking order
What is the term for an Impromptu topic?
Prompt
What are the two goals of a rebuttal speech?
Rebuild your case
Attack opponent's case
What movie involves waiting for a creature to rise out of a pumpkin patch?
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
How long has Hawk Stock been a tradition at NS?
13/14 years
What does SPAR stand for?
Spontaneous Argumentation
What should the introduction of an Impromptu speech contain?
Hook (attention getting device)
Reference to prompt
Thesis statement
List the 4 parts of a contention (argument).
Claim
Warrant
Data
Impact
Which of the following is NOT a term for a scarecrow? Hodmedod, Murmet, Doodle sack, Hay-man, Gallybagger, Tattie Bogal, Mommet, Mawkin, Bwbach.
Doodle sack
When was the NSHS building built?
1912